CALFIRE predicts above average fire season

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CALFIRE predicts above average fire season

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The height of the fire season has arrived. It's time to be extra vigilant and take additional precautions to prevent wildfires. CALFIRE Unit Chief Brian Estes says the conditions are ripe for an above average fire season. View video 


Where are fireworks prohibited?

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As you are preparing for the Fourth of July festivities, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the laws governing fireworks in your community. CALFIRE Unit Chief Brian Estes reminds residents that all fireworks are banned in the unincorporated areas of Placer County, City of Colfax, Loomis, Granite Bay, Meadow Vista, and the City of Auburn. Safe and Sane fireworks are permitted in the cities of Roseville, Rocklin, and Lincoln. Video message


Stay informed on holiday traffic

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Fourth of July week is the busiest traffic time on Tahoe roads. Caltrans tries to help ease congestion by suspending local construction and maintenance operations during the week. You can check real-time information on road conditions by checking the Caltrans website or calling 1-800-427-7623. Check website


Foster homes needed for underage kittens

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Placer County is looking for volunteers willing to foster kittens until they are old enough to return to the Animal Services Center for adoption. Interested parties should call 530-886-5531 or email smullane@placer.ca.gov to obtain more information and sign up. Learn more and watch a video


Happy Independence Day!

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We would like to wish all of our residents a very happy and safe Fourth of July. Friendly reminder that our offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day Thursday, July 4. Emergency response services will continue as usual along with trash and recycling services.


Free Big Bin curbside pickup before your celebration

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Getting ready to host a Fourth of July celebration? Call for free Big Bin curbside pickup and get rid of all the household hazardous waste lying around your house before the big celebration. Learn more 


Heritage Trail comes to Auburn

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Admission is free Saturday at the Placer County Museum, the Gold Country Medical History Museum and the Joss House Museum and Chinese History Center as the Heritage Trail Museums Tour continues this weekend. Learn more


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Projects are listed alphabetically and by Board of Supervisors districts. A hard copy of the list is available at the Placer County Community Development Resource Agency, 3091 County Center Drive in Auburn. 

Active Projects

Upcoming public meetings and events

County Offices CLOSED for Independence Day - July 4
CANCELED Squaw Valley Municipal Advisory Council meeting, July 4
Board of Supervisors meeting, July 9, 9 a.m. Agenda (add link)
North Auburn Municipal Advisory Council meeting, July 9, 6 p.m. Information
Special Board of Supervisors meeting, July 10, 9 a.m. Agenda (add link)
Granite Bay Municipal Advisory Council meeting, July 10, 7 p.m. Information
Sheridan Municipal Advisory Council meeting, July 10, 7 p.m. Information
North Tahoe Regional Advisory Council meeting, July 11, 6 p.m. Information

To learn about other Placer County committees and commissions and current opportunities to serve your community click here.

Upcoming community events

Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in...

Auburn: 4th of July CelebrationHeritage TrailSilver Screen Classic MoviesSummer Concert SeriesWonderful Wednesdays Movies
Roseville: 4th of July CelebrationFountains Summer Concert SeriesDowntown Tuesday Nights
Lincoln: 4th of July ParadeFireworks
Foresthill: 4th of July Celebration
North Lake Tahoe: Tahoe City FireworksSummer Music SeriesMusic on the BeachLakeside Movie Series 

...and many Placer County Library and Placer County Museum events. 

Visit our regional partners to discover more of the fun happening right here in Placer County!

County jobs website is updated regularly

Check out Placer County's employment website for a list of open positions, including internships. Job seekers can apply for positions and sign up for job alerts to be notified of openings. Those without internet access can use a computer kiosk in the Human Resources Department's lobby, at 145 Fulweiler Ave., in Auburn. 

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